Town of Hudson - Board of Selectmen
Minutes –March 23, 2015
78 Main Street 2nd Floor 7:00 PM
Present were Mr. Lucy, Mr. Quinn, Mr. Vereault, Mr. Duplisea, Mr. Durant, and Mr. Moses. Also present was Ms. Santos.
Public Session: March 9, 2015
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Duplisea the Board voted 5-0 to approve the March 9, 2015 minutes.
- Citizens’ Issues:
- Meetings and Public Hearings - 7:00 PM:
Selectmen to meet with Senator Eldridge and Representative Hogan.
Senator Eldridge highlighted some of the local priorities that are being addressed at the state house. He noted that protecting local aid especially Chapter 70 funds, the SPED circuit breaker, lottery aid and Chapter 90 funds are budget priorities. He also stated that he is looking to dramatically improve the Town’s investment in public transportation, including the RTA’s, railtrails, roads and bridges and the MBTA system. Maintaining funding for vital social services is also important. Protecting the environment is a passion of his and high on his list of concerns.
Representative Hogan began by thanking the DPW, Fire and Police for their tremendous efforts in helping those in Town cope with the terribly harsh winter we just experienced. She noted that there will be a 3% increase in local aid for this coming fiscal year and also that Chapter 90 funds should be available at the beginning of April. A pothole fund is being set up to help aid municipalities with their winter recovery efforts. Rep. Hogan stated that she has been appointed to serve as Chair on the Committee for Public Health. She will be dealing with health issues across the State. These issues, to name a few, include the widespread abuse of opiates, questions regarding the implementation of the medical marijuana law and help to stop the spread of infectious diseases.
Selectmen to consider approval of a one-day Wine & Malt pouring license to Morgan Eggimann for a 27th birthday event to be held on April 4, 2015 between the hours of 8:00 PM and 12:00 PM at Roller Kingdom located at 5 Highland Park Avenue.
On a motion by Mr. Duplisea, seconded by Mr. Durant the Board voted 5-0 to issue the one-day Wine & Malt pouring license to Morgan Eggimann for a 27th birthday event to be held on April 4, 2015 between the hours of 8:00 PM and 12:00 PM at Roller Kingdom located at 5 Highland Park Avenue.
Selectmen to consider issuance of a Common Victualler License to Anthony Antico, Café 641 Corp at 45 Main Street for Monday-Saturday 7:00 AM – 3:00PM and Sunday 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Duplisea the Board voted 5-0 to approve the Common Victuallers License to Anthony Antico, Café 641 Corp at 45 Main Street for Monday-Saturday 7:00 AM – 3:00PM and Sunday 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Selectmen to consider issuance of a 2nd Hand Merchandise Dealer License to Arlene Ferrini, Barton Details at 87 Main Street for Monday – Sunday 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Quinn the Board voted 5-0 to approve the 2nd Hand Merchandise Dealer License to Arlene Ferrini, Barton Details at 87 Main Street for Mon-Wed & Sun from 10:00AM-7:00PM, Thurs-Fri 10:00AM-9:00PM.
Selectmen to consider approval of the promotion of Scott Chaulk to Sergeant effective April 6, 2015.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Quinn the Board voted 5-0 to approve the promotion of Schott Chaulk to Sergeant effective April 6, 2015.
Selectmen to note the resignation of Michael Downey from the Finance Committee effective immediately.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Quinn the Board voted 5-0 to note the resignation of Michael Downey from the Finance Committee, and to send a letter of appreciation.
Selectmen to consider approval of appointment of Joseph Stephens as a Special Police Officer.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Quinn the Board voted 4-0-1 to approve the appointment of Joseph Stephens as a Special Police Officer.
Selectmen to note the retirement of David A. Stephens from the Police Department, effective September 11, 2015.
Mr. Durant thanked Chief Stephens for a wonderful job.
Selectmen to consider award and authorization to sign a contract with Marcel A. Payeur Inc., in the amount of $522,000 for the cleaning and painting of the Murphy Water tank.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Duplisea the Board voted 5-0 to award and authorization signing a contract with Marcel A. Payeur Inc., in the amount of $522,000 for the cleaning and painting of the Murphy Water tank.
Selectmen to consider nomination of Jennifer Condon as Inspector of Animals pursuant to MGL Chapter 129 § 15 & 16.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Duplisea the Board voted 5-0 to nominate Jennifer Condon as Inspector of Animals pursuant to MGL Chapter 129 § 15 & 16.
Selectmen to consider signing their 2014 Annual Town Report.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Quinn the Board voted 4-1 to sign the 2014 Annual Town Report. Mr. Vereault opposed.
Selectmen to consider approval of Snow & Ice Overdraft authority in the amount of $30,000 Expense and $5,000 Salary.
On a motion by Mr. Duplisea, seconded by Mr. Durant the Board voted 4-1 to approve the Snow & Ice Overdraft authority in the amount of $30,000 Expense and $5,000 Salary. Mr. Durant opposed.
Selectmen to consider approval and authorization to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Blue Wave Capital, LLC for the lease of 172 Gates Pond Road, Berlin MA for solar development.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Duplisea the Board voted 4-1 to approve and authorize signing the Memorandum of Understanding with Blue Wave Capital, LLC for the lease of 172 Gates Pond Road, Berlin MA for solar development. Mr. Vereault opposed.
No town issues.
Selectmen to consider issuance of a Citation recognizing Christian A. Sawyer for his attainment of the rank of Eagle Scout.
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Quinn the Board voted 5-0 to issue the Citation recognizing Christian A. Sawyer for his attainment of the rank of Eagle Scout.
- Correspondence to be Noted by Clerk:
On a motion by Mr. Durant, seconded by Mr. Lucy the Board voted 5-0 to note correspondence.
Selectmen to meet in Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to I.A.F.F. collective bargaining, and or seek advice of counsel, if an open meeting may have detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body and the chair so declares.
The Board voted 4-1, by roll call, to enter into executive session, not to return to public session, to discuss strategy with respect to I.A.F.F. collective bargaining, and or seek advice of counsel, if an open meeting may have detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body and the chair so declares. Mr. Vereault opposed.
Document List – March 23, 2015
Document |
Location |
Public Session Minutes: March 9, 2015 |
BOS Office |
One-Day Beer & Wine Liquor License application for Morgan Eggimann at Roller Kingdom |
BOS Office |
Common Victualler license application for Anthony Antico, dba Café 641 |
BOS Office |
2nd hand Merchandise Dealer License for Arlene Ferrini, dba Barton Details |
BOS Office |
Promotion memo for Scott Chaulk as Sergeant |
BOS Office |
Michael Downey notice of resignation from the Finance Committee |
BOS Office |
Appointment Memo for Joseph Stephens as Special Police Officer |
BOS Office |
Contract documents for Marcel Payer Inc. for cleaning and painting Murphy Water Tank |
BOS Office |
Nomination documents for Jennifer Condom as Inspector of Animals |
BOS Office |
BOS - 2014 Annual Town Report |
BOS Office |
Snow & Ice Overdraft memo |
BOS Office |
MOU for Blue Wave Capital LLC for 172 Gates Pond Road, Berlin |
BOS Office |
Christian Sawyer Citation for Eagle Scout |
BOS Office |
Chapin Road and Houghton Street Bridge reports from MassDOT and comments from Director of Public Works |
BOS Office |
Proposed Five Year Road Repair Schedule |
BOS Office |
Comcast’s policies and procedures, sample subscriber bill and rate & channel line-up information and license subscriber fee information |
BOS Office |
NSTAR / Eversource Energy gas distribution rates information, schedule of upcoming hearings |
BOS Office |
Invitation to join the Massachusetts Open Space Conference to be held on Saturday, May 9, 2015 |
BOS Office |
Final Technical Assistance Studies on the Main/Lewis/Brook and Cox/Lake/Palmieri Intersections |
BOS Office |
Document Senator Eldridge distributed at the meeting |
BOS Office |
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